Five Productivity Hacks for People Who Are Neurodivergent (or Think They Might Be)

I’ve always approached productivity differently. I prioritise my wellbeing over everything else — as a result, I am highly efficient.

In 2021, I discovered one of the reasons why — I am neurodivergent (diagnosed with autism at 43).

Functioning in a world built for neurotypicals is exhausting — wellbeing must come first.

While I appreciate that no two neurodivergent people are the same, we can face similar productivity challenges.

These productivity approaches form part of my overarching wellbeing-driven productivity method. Perhaps one can work for you:

One Point of Truth Calendar

If it is not in the calendar, it does not exist. Use your calendar to schedule everything, including rest time (for example, breaks and lunch hours) and tasks.

Do Dates Over Due Dates

While due dates for tasks and projects are needed, it’s more important to focus on do dates. Work out when you will do the work, and schedule it.

The Pomodoro Technique

Work in 25-minute blocks (no distractions) with 5-minute breaks in between. Once you have completed a few…